Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240Hz LCD HDTV
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Sony BRAVIAXBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240Hz LCD HDTV
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
This is a very impressive TV. It replaces a 34-inch Sony WEGA tube-based high-def television that I bought in 2003, and I have an XBR6 in another room.
Picture quality is very good. I'm not an expert and won't quibble about technical details. All I know is that I can see the makeup that doesn't completely cover the news anchor's face, and I can examine his dental work. That's probably more than I really need to see. :-) The picture seems to pop out into the room, and that effect is enhanced by the TV's narrow frame. There's a little bit of what I guess is called "mura" when there is no picture on the screen, but it's hardly noticeable and vanishes completely when a picture appears, even if the picture doesn't occupy the entire screen. Not an issue at all.
Sound quality is also very good. I use a separate speaker and amp system if I'm watching something where sound is especially important, but the built-in speakers here serve their purpose quite well and are amply adequate for routine use.
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
For me the most interesting thing is the ethernet connection, though this is not for browsing the 'net. Sony is still in the process of updating its internet presentation, but I have used the TV to download high-definition movies from Amazon, and it worked very well. Some competition in that space would be useful. Why no NetFlix access? (8/4/09: After an automatic software update last night there's a NetFlix logo and a message that NetFlix access will be available in the fall.)
With movies and TV programs available from Amazon and others, with the Bravia's expanding internet access, and with local broadcast stations offering multiple digital channels with different content, this TV could compete with cable and DirecTV. DirecTV's limited selection of pay per view movies just cannot compare to this. Also, the increasing capability for "a la carte" purchase of program episodes currently available only through DirecTV (or other cable or satellite providers) will reduce the value of my monthly subscription. Really has made me consider my DirecTV subscription.
The XBR9 can retrieve photographs (or music or movies) from my computer via my home ethernet network, or from a flash drive plugged into a USB port, so I'll be able to make lots of people view my photographs and slide shows! (Of course, seeing your photos on this screen in superb color and detail will necessitate another visit to Amazon to upgrade your collection of photography paraphernalia.)
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
One little quibble: there is a panel of switches located on the correct facet at exactly the position where I put my hand to push the TV on its mount (Amazon shows an image). Sure would are thoughtful of Sony if they could have provided some quite protecting device to form it a very little more durable to accidentally flip one of these switches when I'm trying to regulate the position of the TV.
Finally, and this is vital: I put in it employing a Sanus wall mount Sanus Systems VMAA26B Universal Articulating Mount with Extended Reach for thirty" to 50" Displays (Black). The TV has a lot of mass, and if the cables reach their limit while the TV is still moving, one thing has to give. Thus watch out to leave enough slack within the connecting cables to allow the TV to move freely throughout its range. That is particularly vital with the coaxial antenna cable that screws into its connection and can't just be pulled out, but it looks potential that you may additionally injury other connectors, as well as the HDMI connections.
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Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features
16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080)
BRAVIA Engine 3 fully digital video processor
Motionflow 240Hz
Live Color Creation technology w/ WCG-CCFL backlight
USB to view photo/music/video
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
Technical Details
Audio
Audio Power Output: 20W (10W+10W)
Speaker Configuration: Invisible Speaker Box + Tweeter
Speakers (Total): 4
Audio Features
5.1 Channel Audio Out: Yes
5.1ch Through Out (Handycam): Yes
Alternate Audio (Digital): Yes
Audio Out: Variable/Fixed
Auto Mute (on no signal): Yes
Auto SAP: Yes
Digital Amplifier: S-Master Digital Amplifier
Dolby: Dolby Digital
Sony Original Surround: S-Force
Sound Booster: Yes
Sound Enhancer: Yes
Sound Mode: Dynamic, Standard, Clear Voice, Custom
SteadySound Automatic Volume Control: Yes
Stereo System: MTS
Surround Effect: Sports, Music, Cinema, Game
Voice Zoom: Yes
Convenience Features
Auto Photo Mode: Yes (DLNA, USB)
Auto Picture Setting w/HDMI: Game, Graphics, Photo, Cinema
BRAVIA Sync: Yes
BRAVIA Sync Menu Button: Yes (on Remote Control)
Channel Block (with password): Yes
Channel Jump: Yes
Channel Labels: Yes
Channel Surf: Yes
Edit Channel Labels: Yes
Favorite Channel: Yes
Favorites Menu: Graphic
ID-1 Detection: Yes
Info Banner: TV Guide on Screen, PSIP, XDS
Input Skip: Automatic
Internet Radio: Yes
Label Inputs: Yes
Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish
New Theatre Mode with surround: Yes
On-Screen Clock: Yes
On-Screen Display for External Input: Yes
On/Off Timer: Yes
Parental Control: Yes
Picture Adjustments Lock: Yes
Program Block: Yes
Scene Select: Cinema, Sports, Photo, Music, Game, Graphics, General, Auto
Show/Hide Channels: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
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More Technical Details
Start Up BRAVIA Logo Display: Yes
TV Guide On-Screen: Yes (Gemstar ver.10)
Theatre Mode (Theatre Button): Yes
Theatre Mode with Cinema Surround: Yes
USB Application(s): Music Player (mp3), Photo Viewer (jpeg), Video Player (mpeg2 TS)
White Balance: RGB Gain/Bias
Display
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Color Range (u'v'): 102% of NTSC
Color Range (xy): 91% of NTSC
Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080p (Full HD)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
On-Screen Contrast Ratio: 3,800:1
Panel Bit: 10-bit
Screen Size (measured diagonally): 52-inch
Viewing Angle (Right/Left): 178 (89/89)
Viewing Angle (Up/Down): 178 (89/89)
Display Features
Backlight Type: WCG-CCFL
Display Device: LCD
Energy Saving and Efficiency
Backlight Off Mode: Yes
Dynamic Backlight Control: Yes
Eco Settings: Yes
Energy Star compliant: Exceeds Energy Star Version 3.0 by more than 15%
Estimated Annual Energy Consumption (kWh): 459 kWhr
Idle TV Standby: Yes
LightSensor Technology: Yes
PC Power Management: Yes
Power Consumption (On Mode) for Energy Star: 251.0 W (Energy Star Version 3.0)
Power Consumption (Standby Mode) for Energy Star: Less than 0.1W (120VAC)
Power Saving Modes: Yes
General
Television Type: Flat Panel LCD HDTV
General Features
BRAVIA Link Module support: DMX-SW1, DMX-DVD, DMX-WL1
Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital
Finish (Surface Color): Blue Gray Metallic
Illuminated Sony Logo: Yes
On-Screen Display: 3D XMB
Supports Rear Mounting of DMeX Module: Yes
Inputs and Outputs
AC Power Input: 1 (Rear)
Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 3 (1 Side/2 Rear)
Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI: 1 (Rear)
Audio Out: 1 (Rear)
Audio Out (Variable/Fixed): 1 (Rear)
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s): 2 (Rear) (1 fixed/1 selectable)
Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1 Side/1 Rear--selectable)
Digital Audio Output(s): Optical Digital Output--1 (Rear)
Ethernet Connection(s): 1 (Rear)
HDMI Connection(s) (Total): 4 (3 Side/1 Rear)
HDMI PC Input: Yes (see owner's manual for supported timings)
PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini): 1 (Side) see owner's manual for supported timings
RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Rear)
S-Video Detection: Yes
S-Video Input(s): 1 (Side)
USB 1.1: 1 (Rear) for Service only
USB 2.0: 1 (Side)
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
LED
HD Indicator: Yes
Network Features
BRAVIA Internet Video: Yes
BRAVIA Internet Widgets: Yes
DLNA: Client (Photo), Client (Music), Client (Video)
Power
Power Consumption (in Operation) max.: 300 W (max)
Power Consumption (in Standby): Less than 0.1W (120VAC)
Power Requirements (frequency): 50/60Hz
Power Requirements (voltage): AC 120-240V
Recycled and Recyclable Materials
Packaging Materials: Recycled Carton (more than 40%)
Printed Materials: Recycled Paper
Product Materials: Recycled Plastic
Regulation and Standard Compliance
VESA Hole Pitch: 300x300 M6
VESA Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Labor / 1 Year Parts
Online Instruction Manual (Reference Book): Yes
TV System
Channel Coverage: VHF: 2-13 UHF: 14-69 CATV (analog): 1-135 CATV (digital) : 1-135
Color System: NTSC 3.58
Number of Tuners (Analog): 1
Number of Tuners (Digital): 1(Hybrid)
TV System (Analog): M
TV System (Digital): ATSC
Tuner (Cable): Clear QAM
Tuner (Terrestrial): ATSC Tuner, NTSC Tuner
Video
Video Signal: 1080/60p (HDMI / COMPONENT), 1080/60i, 1080/24p (HDMI ONLY), 720/60p, 480/60p, 480/60i
Video Features
24p True Cinema Technology: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
4:3 Default: Yes
Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE): Yes
Auto Wide: Yes
CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology: Yes
Deep Color: Yes
Game Mode: Yes
Live Color Creation Technology: Yes
MPEG Noise Reduction: Yes
Motionflow Technology: 240 Hz
PhotoTV HD: Yes (HDMI / Component)
Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema, Sports, Game, Graphics, Photo-Vivid, Photo-Stardard, Photo-Original, Photo-Custom
Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 3 Technology
Wide Mode: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full (Full1-2 for PC), H Stretch, Zoom
x.v.Color Technology: Yes
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.): 49 x 32-3/8 x 14-1/8 in (1243 x 821 x 358mm) with pedestal; 49 x 29-3/8 x 3-3/8 in (1243 x 745 x 85mm) without pedestal
Packaging (Approx.): 52-1/4 x 36-1/8 x 17-3/8 in (1326 x 915 x 440mm)
Weight (Approx.): 65.9 lbs. (29.9kg) with pedestal; 57.1 lbs. (25.9kg) without pedestal
Customer Review
"This tv has the best picture I have ever seen on a tv. Movies on Blu-Ray or cable are awesome. With 240hz motion-flow, action is totally smooth. There are easily accessible adjustments for everything, including "level-sound" to keep the commercials from being 4 times as loud as the show, "voice zoom" so old people like me can hear the dialogue over the mood music, and any aspect of the picture (as if the default settings weren't perfect.) The internet widgets which let you pull up favorites lik
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